Medical Front Desk Specialist - Medix™ : Job Details

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients. Job Summary We are seeking a friendly, organized, and reliable Medical Front Desk Specialist to join our healthcare team. As the first point of contact for patients, this role is crucial in providing a welcoming and professional environment while efficiently managing front desk operations. Key Responsibilities: Greet patients warmly and check them in upon arrival Schedule, confirm, and manage patient appointments Answer phones promptly and direct calls or take messages as needed Collect and verify patient insurance information and demographics Obtain required forms and signatures for billing and HIPAA compliance Process co-pays and other payments; balance end-of-day receipts Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front desk area Coordinate with clinical staff to ensure smooth patient flow Respond to patient inquiries with professionalism and accuracy Manage incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, and correspondence We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA). This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.